Motorcyclist Injured In Midtown Manhattan Collision In The Lincoln Tunnel
MANHATTAN, NEW YORK (September 10, 2024) – A motorcyclist was injured in a Midtown, Manhattan collision that caused a backup in the Lincoln Tunnel.
New York City officials are saying that the incident took place around 4:00 a.m. on Tuesday. A motorcyclist was involved in a collision under uncertain conditions.
Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim. They were taken to the hospital in critical condition.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Manhattan Car Accidents
Motorcyclists lack the protection of enclosed vehicles and are uniquely vulnerable in car accidents. According to the National Safety Council, “Although motorcycles make up only 3% of all registered vehicles and 0.7% of all vehicle miles traveled in the United States, motorcyclists accounted for 14.6% of all traffic fatalities and 3.5% of all injuries in 2022.” Drivers should take a number of measures in order to avoid hitting motorcycles.
- Drivers should slow down during heavy traffic.
- Drivers should constantly scan the road ahead of them.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before making turns.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting other vehicles. To that end, drivers must slow down during periods of inclement weather and heavy traffic. There is a rebuttable presumption of negligence on the part of any driver that fails to slow down to avoid a vehicle in their lane. Victims of motorcycle accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
- Organ damage
Car accidents are often highly preventable. They tend to occur when drivers are distracted or speeding. Any person that is injured in a Manhattan car accident may have legal recourse through a civil claim. Damages in a civil claim can help victims recover for their injuries and lost wages. A car accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating New York City Car Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to the motorcyclist injured in this Manhattan car accident. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong. City officials should consider what actions can be taken to prevent other collisions in the Lincoln Tunnel.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Manhattan car accident? Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
